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Views: 1526(3 votes) - Which Business Structure Is Best For Your New Enterprise? - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Geoff FickeThe type of business structure you organize for your new enterprise is greatly determined by your personality, realities, needs and experience. Millions of people in the United States never enter into any type of formal business structure. This includes the bulk of the black or underground ...
Views: 1514(1 vote) - Who Needs To Have MLM Merchant Accounts? - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Kevin ResinkMLM or multi level marketing is often in question because of money issues however a lot of people still believe on this business. Although a lot are successful, some of them are considered as fraud. It is hard to find MLM merchant accounts because of its reputation. A lot of people who invest on ...
Views: 585(2 votes) - Why a Customer Usage Model is Important to You - by Submitted on May 04, 2010 from Kean GrahamA customer usage model comprises of three important buying processes. You do not truly know your customer till you know each step of their customer usage model like the back of your hand: 1. How your customers search for your product If you’re a towing company your customers will search in ...
Views: 742(4 votes) - Why and How I Use LinkedIn? - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2010 from Kayte ConnellyUsing any of the social networking tools can be overwhelming. Initial questions come to mind: What am I doing here? How come people say this is so great? What's so great about it? There are so many people here - how do I get their attention? Who is an expert? How have they achieved that ...
Views: 1687(1 vote) - Why Are Successful Entrepreneurs So Darn Lucky? - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2009 from Geoff FickeWhat is your definition of the word “luck”? Not the Webster’s Dictionary definition, your definition. Is it being in the right place at the right time? Picking the right dealer in a casino? Turning up at a party where you meet your current wife (could be good or bad luck)? Entrepreneurs seem ...
Views: 1625(2 votes) - Why Entrepreneurial Leaders Fail in Business - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Lakeisha McKnightThe bible provides direction for those who have ideas for future projects. The idea can be the creation of an invention or a children’s book. In the second chapter of Habakkuk, it states that visions (or ideas) should be written down adequately so that it can be implemented. However, many new ...
Views: 1784(1 vote) - Why Oil Prices Will Remain High - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2012 from alim mollaThe Price of Oil is remaining high because- It's less about "energy independence" for a nation and more about private sector extraction, transportation and refining of crude oil - a commodity on the global market. "But even if we ramp up production significantly, will it really change the ...
Views: 540(2 votes) - Why Students Make Excellent Entrepreneurs - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Geoff Fickeby: Geoff Ficke During my many years of lecturing university business school students on entrepreneurial topics I have been pleased, and surprised, at the relatively large numbers willing to take the plunge and pursue new business opportunities. The surprise is that modern students are ...
Views: 1244(5 votes) - Women as Entrepreneurs - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Barbara WulfIt’s been said that women are the Mothers of Invention. Nothing could be truer as we see an increasing number of women as entrepreneurs in today’s workplace. At a website for entrepreneurial women, www.entwomen.com, they state “a laptop, a bathrobe, and a cup o’Joe – what else do you need?” ...
Views: 1562(2 votes) - Working From Home Effectively – Three Crucial Concepts To Making It While Self Employed - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2011 from Jason DeemsTime and time again, the buzz surrounding working from home, namely making money online, rises and falls with new developments about what works and what doesn't. In fact, one of the most confusing things about making money online is the inconsistency that is seen between what works for some ...
Views: 504(1 vote) - Wrong Notions About Offshore Merchant Accounts - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2011 from Kevin ResinkPeople often connote offshore to be suspicious or something illegal. This is quite normal because you often encounter news that a government official of business owner has an offshore bank account. However offshore merchants accounts are not bad for any type of business. If you are engaged in a ...
Views: 543(2 votes) - Your Recipe for Website Building and eBusiness Success - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2010 from Sue DolanYour Recipe for Website Building and eBusiness Success ~ Measure Strategy Carefully, Garnish with Earnings Clearly there is a standard formula for website building success but it seems to be scattered all across the internet! It's like playing hide and seek. Why aren't all the essential ...
Views: 1546(3 votes) - Your Success Through Social Networking - Five Important Sites - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Alka DalalSocial Networking is an every day phenomenon. People are participating on social networking web sites by the millions and interacting with like minded people, strangers, friends, colleagues, past friends and just about anyone. These specific sites can bring you a huge influx of people whom you ...
Views: 1274(1 vote) - For The Foreclosure Investor, Are Short Sales Worth The Hassle? - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2011 from Svein GroemI have been asked many times why I like working short sale transactions. My answer to this question is easy: It is the easiest of the real estate models to set-up and duplicate (local and out of area) and it requires no money of your own or maybe no private money. Done correctly, you do not ...
Views: 847(7 votes) - How To Become A Flea Market Vendor In 4 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2007 from Melissa OaksFlea markets offer individuals a great low-cost option to make money. You can rent a booth at a flea market for as low as $5/day. The money that you make can vary depending on the items that you sell, the competition that you have, and the demand for the items that you sell. Becoming a flea ...
Views: 12730(5 votes) - Is Being Your Own Boss Worth Every Bit? Find Out. - by Submitted on May 22, 2011 from Ken SundheimPrior to going into a game, a football squad will break their preparation into two main parts: pads (including walk-throughs, drills, etc.) and studying film. In terms of preparing you for entrepreneurship, professors, mentors, and your internship bosses can only provide the latter. Only the ...
Views: 1352(5 votes) - We Live in Uncertain Times - aka - I've Been Laid Off, Now What? - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2009 from Leo TudelaWe live in uncertain times. The continuing war in Iraq and Afghanistan, terrorism, an economy that has been in the doldrums for a couple of years with only faint hints at a possible rebound, continued corporate layoffs and downsizing, etc. Many people in our community have recently been laid ...
Views: 1298(5 votes) - Business Startup Success Secrets – 2 Big Mistakes You’ll Probably Make - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2010 from Keelan CunninghamThe hardest part about building a business from scratch is that you have 2 very big variables to contend with. One is the system and the other is the people building and running the system. Let’s talk about 2 big business startup mistakes that are often made and what you as an entrepreneur can ...
Views: 1590(8 votes) - The Benefits of Branding - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2009 from Powerteam InternationalBuilding your company a good reputation and a powerful brand is one of the most important investments you can make. Here’s 5 reasons why: Develops Loyal Customers: When you build a brand that customers know and love, they become not only customers for life, but are likely to spread a good ...
Views: 2402(4 votes) - What are the 3 Important Steps for an Entrepreneurial Endeavor - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2010 from CBS PlansWhen deciding to go through with a new business venture, there are several factors and a needed in-depth analysis that helps bring the entrepreneur to the decision if their venture is practical and feasible. There are millions of articles, blogs, and resources on the most important steps in ...
Views: 2797(4 votes) - 2 Start-Up Myths The Young Entrepreneur Should Be Cognizant Of - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Ken SundheimThe Lie: Working From Home Is The Best Way To Do It The Truth: Take it from someone who had to work out of his apartment for nearly 3 years because one if New York City rent is a tension headache, two New York City rents are a migraine. Though, the return on investment on having an office ...
Views: 1720(3 votes) - College Campuses Are Amazing Resources for Entrepreneurs to Utilize When Launching a Business - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2012 from Geoff Fickeby: Geoff Ficke College Campuses Are Amazing Resources for Entrepreneurs to Utilize When Launching a Business Recently I read about a new cosmetic product that was launched on a college campus. This bootstrapped product was taking advantage of a resource that can be available to all, but ...
Views: 1290(3 votes) - Consider the Menu of Services a Project Will Require Before Interviewing Professional Consultants - by Submitted on May 06, 2012 from Geoff Fickeby: Geoff Ficke Consider the Menu of Services a Project Will Require Before Interviewing Professional Consultants Google the word “Consultant” and millions of links immediately pop on to your computer screen. Refine the search term and a smaller, but still massive army of sites will ...
Views: 1218(3 votes) - Drop the Dreams and Establish Solid Goals and Plans In Order to Succeed in Start-up Business - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2012 from Geoff Fickeby: Geoff Ficke Drop the Dreams and Establish Solid Goals and Plans In Order to Succeed in Start-up Business Recently I watched a television show which featured Inventions, Small Business Start-ups and Entrepreneurship as central program topics. A panel of experts reviewed product ...
Views: 1369(3 votes) - Give Your Small Business Start Up a Drastic Increase In The Chance of Succeeding - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Leon EdwardThe first step you need to take in researching your new business is to decide on the type of business or businesses you are most suited to and would be most successful in. Before establishing a business, consider whether or not your product or service meets the needs of your target market. ...
Views: 1369(3 votes) - How To Fix A Computer Infected With Viruses & Spyware - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Dan AniegbunaUnlike the mainframe era, today’s computers are designed to be small, reliable, extremely useful, and above all, very fast. But as the computer is being used to accomplish daily routines, especially if the computer is connected to the Internet (“The Super Highway” as it’s ...
Views: 4678(3 votes) - How Website Design Speeds Up Your Business - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2012 from Phillip TurnerAs the Internet increasingly dominates businesses, your website design will soon be the single most effective instrument in powering your company. It is extremely crucial to have a website design that speeds up your business. Consulting a reputed website design company can be the first step in ...
Views: 1686(3 votes) - Small Business Use Key Financial Ratios to Boost Profits - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2013 from Donna Marie ThompsonBoost your profits with a few key financial Ratios that provide quick visibility into your small business? Ratios come in all different is shapes and sizes and can be made to be quite complex; my intent is to keep it simple here. Why not peel back the layers to see what really is going on in ...
Views: 1735(3 votes) - Small Businesses will benefit from extended red tape freeze - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2013 from Peter LashmarNew Forest accountant, Peter Lashmar of Lashmars Tax Accountants in Lymington, Hampshire, explains how the recent announcement by Business Minister Michael Fallon will help small businesses. The Government has announced that the moratorium exempting businesses with fewer than 10 employees ...
Views: 1406(3 votes) - Top ten ways to streamline your business in 2011 - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2011 from rupert brightGiven the tough and critical economic and political conditions of the world today, people are left with no other option than streamlining their business in order to cut down on their costs and generate significant levels of income and opportunities in the long term. Make sure to read the ...
Views: 831(3 votes) - What You Need To Avoid When Posting Blog - by Submitted on May 31, 2011 from Anh Thy NguyenYou wish to post a critical blog in the blogging community. You feel the urge to have highly critical skills to write blog posts about what you are passionate about. Before publishing, make sure you do not make any of the mistakes. If you find that you are having trouble maintaining a ...
Views: 698(3 votes) - Why Trade Shows Are Crucial When Introducing A New Product or Service-Make Expo’s Work for You! - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Geoff Fickeby: Geoff Ficke Our consumer product marketing and product development group just returned from launching two new products at a large trade show in Bologna, Italy. This was a cosmetic-beauty product show, the largest in the world. There were over 3000 vendors displaying their wares, from the ...
Views: 1182(3 votes) - Basic Things About Setting Up Your Restaurant - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2007 from Sarika PeriwalSo you have finally decided to set up a restaurant to exploit your legendary culinary skills and make them into a useful business proposition. Great! Now where do you start? Let us explore one of the most basic of your requirements – setting up the dining area. This is the place where all ...
Views: 7121(8 votes) - Can You Make It As A Part-Time Solopreneur? - by Submitted on May 20, 2010 from Sue PainterOne of the questions I get asked the most frequently is about being a part time solo professional or entrepreneur. I can tell there is a good bit of frustration, exhaustion, and worry going on about this topic. So I decided to pull together some ways to build a business even if you are ...
Views: 2632(5 votes) - Entrepreneurial Tip: Confront Problems Squarely Before They Squander Your Success! - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2013 from Jack NadelThis is one of several tips for entrepreneurs I’ve developed, featuring shared experiences and wisdom from my successful career as a global entrepreneur that I outline in an easy to understand tip format with a brief story/snippet from my own experiences as well as a current anecdote about how ...
Views: 1176(5 votes) - John D. Rockefeller Teaches The Young Entrepreneur - by Submitted on May 15, 2011 from Ken SundheimOwning a business is an uphill battle. The learning curve is steep and the competition is firmly entrenched. Only the strong stand a chance to survive to see their first stress-free, week-long vacation. When a potential client phones in they have their client recommendations, the sales pitch ...
Views: 1483(5 votes) - Profitable Online Business; learn online marketing tactics to achieve success with your website. - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2010 from Justin MullinYou have finally published your affiliate website and its up and running. Are you wondering what to do next? Are you having trouble generating more traffic to your website? Are your online marketing strategies not producing a profitable online business? Be patient. Don’t give up before the ...
Views: 801(2 votes) - 3 Challenges Small Business Owners Must Know How to Overcome - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinDo you know that more than 90% of the fully operational businesses in the US are under the category of ‘small businesses’? This is a surprising fact, but an encouraging one for those of you who are considering becoming an entrepreneur. This figure only shows that the majority of the successful ...
Views: 1553(2 votes) - A Much Higher Reach to Ensure a Much Higher Growth for Your E-Commerce Brand - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2016 from Harshad JethraAdvancements in technology have bought in new opportunities to the doorstep for a host of businesses. And technology is nowadays a part of all that a business does. Technology is not just used for a business's internal processes; it's a part and parcel of marketing a business as well. We use ...
Views: 1198(2 votes) - Are Copiers A Dying Breed? - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2009 from Resource NationThe term “paperless office” has been thrown around for a while now and some believe would be the wave of the future. Although it hasn’t happened yet, it is slowly coming true. One way your office can make steps in this direction is by purchasing an efficient copier machine or digital copiers ...
Views: 1454(2 votes) - Business Branding (A Must For Online Success) - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Robert RoyThe internet growing by tens of thousands of sites daily. The explosive growth we are seeing shows no real signs of slowing down. That is why today more than ever before it is important to create a presence on the internet that goes beyond putting up a business card type website. A ...
Views: 1695(4 votes) - Entrepreneurial Tip: Learn Why Self-Motivation is the Key to Success! - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2013 from Jack NadelThis is one of several tips for entrepreneurs that I’ve developed, featuring shared experiences and wisdom from my successful career as a global entrepreneur that I outline in an easy to understand tip format with a brief story/snippet from my own experiences as well as a current anecdote about ...
Views: 1282(6 votes) - Eric Hoffer: The Obstacles We Face Daily Present Our Greatest Opportunities - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2009 from Geoff Fickeby: Geoff Ficke As a young, struggling college student in the 1960’s I became entranced with the life, philosophy and writings of the great American thinker Eric Hoffer. Hoffer’s life story was almost mystical, his thinking so lucid and the concepts he presented were so fresh that I could not ...
Views: 2304(2 votes) - Evolving Entrepreneurs from Job Loss Toward Prosperity - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2013 from Jack NadelOn a daily basis, media headlines announce stories about massive layoffs from major corporations such as Citibank, FedEx, Pfizer and many more. Thousands and thousands of able-bodied workers are losing their jobs. The grim reality is that these jobs are not coming back. It is a simple fact that ...
Views: 1131(6 votes) - Five Tricks for Finding Hot New Business Ideas Fast - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2009 from Laura MonzoEmerging businesses, quite deservedly, occupy a special place in the mind of onlookers. Entrepreneurs somehow manage to get ahead of the curve and create profit where previously there was none. Great enterprises begin as mere ideas. Here are five inexpensive and easy ways to find hot new ...
Views: 1353(2 votes) - How Do I Pay Myself From My Business? - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2011 from Jan CetwinskiOne of the questions asked most often by new business owners is “How do I pay myself from my business?” After all, among the reasons for starting your own business is to earn income for yourself, so knowing how to get that income out of the business is critical. As a business owner, you are ...
Views: 1536(2 votes) - How to Promote a New Home Business Blog - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from TJ PhilpottAfter analyzing plenty of market research information you've finally determined the right niche for your home business blog. You've chosen your hosting company and selected a domain name. You've even written several blog entries in advance so that you have plenty of fresh content to post. Your ...
Views: 816(2 votes) - In a Jobless Economic Recovery Why Not Create Your Own Job? - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Geoff Fickeby: Geoff Ficke In a Jobless Economic Recovery Why Not Create Your Own Job? These are troubling economic times in the United States and in Europe. Even the least informed citizen instinctively understands this fact. Government debt is piling up, countries are bankrupt, companies are ...
Views: 1711(2 votes) - MARKETING YOUR SMALL BUSINESS PRODUCT OR SERVICES - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2010 from Ann VaninoAs a small business, you can sometimes find yourself in a competitive position with larger businesses. When you are selling your product or service, here are some approaches for convincing the customer of the advantages of dealing with a small business and why your product or service is the one ...
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